WMAS Discussion Forum : The ULTIMATE Sump http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:42:09 +0000 Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:25:42 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.03 360 www.utahreefs.com/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1271 <![CDATA[WMAS Discussion Forum]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/1by1.gif http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/ <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : That is awesome! Adam ]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14908&title=the-ultimate-sump#14908 Author: Adam Blundell
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 10:25am

That is awesome!

Adam

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 10:25:42 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14908&title=the-ultimate-sump#14908 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : If the water looks yellow, I think...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14898&title=the-ultimate-sump#14898 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 8:38am

If the water looks yellow, I think it's because I put a piece of wood
under the acrylic part, to raise the water level in the pump house.

Did you notice the bonus algae scrubber? The inlet for the first tank
goes right under the light!

Thanks so much for helping me, and coming up with way cool
ideas! ]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 08:38:40 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14898&title=the-ultimate-sump#14898 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : The filtered water then goes into...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14897&title=the-ultimate-sump#14897 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 8:25am

   The filtered water then goes into the pump house, where 3 pumps
and our heater reside. I used a 10 gallon tank for this part,to add
more room to the sump (I used scrap acrylic, these were the longest
pieces I could find).
The return from the other 2 tanks also go directly into here. I can
add carbon (also in a plastic mesh cup, easy dumpage) to the return
of one system. There isn't an air bubble issue, unless the water level
is way low (I've only flooded the basement floor twice,thus far. It's
OK, we haven't finished the floor, yet).
I didn't add a brine shrimp breeder,'cause I've got that already. And
I didn't add a tap 'cause it's easier to just reach in the tank that's my
arm height (gotta watch the fingers,though). I also left out a drain,
'cause it's much faster to place a tube in the topmost tank directly to
the house drain, from the front.
I know this design wouldn't work for everybody, but it's kinda cool
for me. And, so far, no leaks!
The whole thing cost $23 bucks, not including the pumps.....

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 08:25:43 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14897&title=the-ultimate-sump#14897 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : Then, the reverse daylight refugia,...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14895&title=the-ultimate-sump#14895 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 8:08am

Then, the reverse daylight refugia, and a small place for 'shrooms to
attach to rock. I decided not to make a frag growing place, 'cause I
figured the light is better in the tank for regular frags, but I love to
throw cut 'shrooms in the sump.
I made an acrylic cover to add humidity once the mangroves leaf
out. When they do, I'll post our indoor greenhouse!]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 08:08:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14895&title=the-ultimate-sump#14895 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : In this side view, you can see...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14893&title=the-ultimate-sump#14893 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 8:00am

In this side view, you can see the baffles. One baffle is covered in
black acrylic. This is the sponge area. I filled it with some different
colored/kinds of sponge from our previous tank (Thanks, Will!).]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 08:00:28 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14893&title=the-ultimate-sump#14893 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : The blue Rubbermaid container...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14892&title=the-ultimate-sump#14892 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 7:55am

The blue Rubbermaid container is the auto top off. It holds
approximately 18 gallons, works double as my water change
bucket, which siphons directly to the sump.

Our system involves 3 tanks, all going into the same sump. H2O
from one tank enters the sump. (lower flow). First, it goes through a
plastic mesh, where I can add mechanical filtration in the form of
floss, if it's needed. It is way easy to grab the floss, throw it away.No
bags to foo-foo with!
Then the water can get skimmed, if there's any algae in the system.
This is usually off, I like having green water in the tank.



Edited by Suzy]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 07:55:51 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14892&title=the-ultimate-sump#14892 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : OK, Here&#039;s the finished product....]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14891&title=the-ultimate-sump#14891 Author: Suzy
Subject: 1271
Posted: January 12 2004 at 7:46am

OK, Here's the finished product. I waited to show you 'cause I was
hoping the mangroves would start to grow!

]]> Mon, 12 Jan 2004 07:46:29 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=14891&title=the-ultimate-sump#14891 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : I am thinking about having a brine...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10605&title=the-ultimate-sump#10605 Author: Crazy Tarzan
Subject: 1271
Posted: November 17 2003 at 11:28am

I am thinking about having a brine shrimp breeder section in my sump when I build it.  I am also working on putting in a skimmer inlet section just as the water comes in, that then drains out of the skimmer into the refugium area.  I also like the idea of having baffles and a slower moving refugium.]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2003 11:28:15 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10605&title=the-ultimate-sump#10605 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : Don&#039;t forget a hole for a...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10601&title=the-ultimate-sump#10601 Author: Shane H
Subject: 1271
Posted: November 17 2003 at 10:31am

Don't forget a hole for a bulkhead to easily remove water from the system for a water change. I get tired of siphoning.

I love the idea of an area for frags. You would need to have adequate lighting though.

Also a completly darkened section for sponge growth would be cool (and progressive). Definately worth the effort.

If you place the baffles close together (although they are a pain to glue) the detritus will make it through to your refugium (or slower moving section).

Let us see it when it's done!!!
]]> Mon, 17 Nov 2003 10:31:23 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10601&title=the-ultimate-sump#10601 <![CDATA[The ULTIMATE Sump : cant wait to take soem pics of...]]> http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10563&title=the-ultimate-sump#10563 Author: Aquarium Creations
Subject: 1271
Posted: November 16 2003 at 8:35am

cant wait to take soem pics of my new tank and sump system  very cool reef saver has seen it before it was running if i can get a cam pics will be soon...]]> Sun, 16 Nov 2003 08:35:25 +0000 http://www.utahreefs.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1271&PID=10563&title=the-ultimate-sump#10563